Simoné Nel
Melbourne
Summary
I am a positive and passionate person with a love for
engaging with a variety of people who I can assist in
achieving their full potential. I have experience working with a multidisciplinary team and work well within a team
setting! I am a self-motivating individual with a passion for
learning and expanding my knowledge. Aiming to provide
ethical and equitable care for all of my patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
IThrive Occupational Therapy Malmesbury
Malmesbury, Western Cape
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive client care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Provided education to empower clients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with clients.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess clients needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling clients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Enhanced client functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Participated in professional development seminars and workshops, staying abreast of advancements in occupational therapy.
Occupational Therapist
Bill Pickard Hospital- Community Service Year
Prieska, Northern Cape
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Helped patients with cognitive and mental health conditions to improve ability to think, learn and memorize.
- Advocated for occupational therapy services within healthcare system, highlighting value of occupational therapy in patient care.
- Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and support services to aid in their rehabilitation.
- Improved patient mobility with tailored exercise routines and manual therapy techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for new patients to identify functional limitations and establish therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive approach to patient care, optimizing overall outcomes.
Activity Coordinator
La Gratitude, Durbanville
Cape Town
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed customized activity plans for diverse groups, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all participants.
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Coordinated special events like holiday parties or themed days that fostered a sense of community among participants.
- Maintained open lines of communication between staff members to ensure seamless coordination of all aspects of the programming process.
Occupational Therapy Student
Arisen Women Foundation
Cape Town
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Conducted workshops for caregivers and family members, equipping them with strategies to support patient rehabilitation at home.
Occupational Therapy Student
Durbanville Children's Home
Cape Town
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, supporting continuity of care among team members and facilitating goal achievement.
- Applied critical thinking skills when addressing complex cases involving multiple factors impacting functional abilities, resulting in effective problem-solving approaches for intervention planning.
- Developed effective time management strategies to balance academic coursework, fieldwork placements, and extracurricular commitments while maintaining high levels of performance in all areas.
Occupational Therapy Student
New Beginnings Stikland
Cape Town
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Educated patients and families on strategies for daily living, increasing independence and quality of life.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to foster social skills development, enhancing patient interactions within the community.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, supporting continuity of care among team members and facilitating goal achievement.
- Applied critical thinking skills when addressing complex cases involving multiple factors impacting functional abilities, resulting in effective problem-solving approaches for intervention planning.
- Demonstrated professionalism, adaptability, and resilience when faced with challenging situations during occupational therapy student experiences, contributing to personal growth and development as a future clinician.
Occupational Therapy Student
Faircape Noordhoek
Cape Town
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Educated patients and families on strategies for daily living, increasing independence and quality of life.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to foster social skills development, enhancing patient interactions within the community.
Occupational Therapy Student
Brooklyn Chest Hospital TB
Cape Town, Western Cape
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Educated patients and families on strategies for daily living, increasing independence and quality of life.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, Western Cape12-2022
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Intervention planning
- Sensory integration
- Progress monitoring
Languages
English
Full Professional
Afrikaans
Full Professional
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
IThrive Occupational Therapy Malmesbury
01.2024 - 02.2025
Occupational Therapist
Bill Pickard Hospital- Community Service Year
01.2023 - 12.2023
Occupational Therapy Student
Arisen Women Foundation
09.2022 - 11.2022
Activity Coordinator
La Gratitude, Durbanville
08.2022 - 12.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
Durbanville Children's Home
05.2022 - 06.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
New Beginnings Stikland
02.2022 - 03.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
Faircape Noordhoek
10.2021 - 11.2021
Occupational Therapy Student
Brooklyn Chest Hospital TB
08.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of The Western Cape